By now, there is no need to introduce Netlix’s hit K-drama ‘Squid Games’ which has utterly dominated the world since it was released. Aside from the record-breaking millions of people who watched it on the streaming platform — it has trickled down into social media in the form of memes, Halloween outfits of choice — and now IRL games.
Beyond the interpretations of green tracksuits and dalgona cookies being pawned off on every corner — businesses and creators have been riding the pop-culture wave with their take on it everywhere. But now you can experience the world of ‘Squid Games’ in its truest form directly from Netlifx.
Squid Game: The Trials Experience officially landed in Los Angeles on December 6, 2023 — but has extended its stay for a limited time in 2024!
Folks brave enough for the challenge can expect involved games directly from the show like coming face to face with the replica of the giant robot doll. Get ready to play ‘mugunghwa ggoti pieotseubnida’ — which is effectively the same as the Red Light, Green Light game played in the U.S. — without permanent deletion, of course.
You’ll find yourself surrounded by replica sets offering plenty of photo ops amongst the indoor space mirroring the aesthetics of the show and actors in red jumpsuits ready to haul losers away.
Don’t worry, unlike Ji-yeong from the show, you will have a good reason to leave this place. After surviving — er, we mean, breaking a sweat from playing Squid Game: The Trials, you can safely reward yourself by browsing their special night market to enjoy a variety of Korean-inspired food, cocktails, merchandise, and mini-games. The perfect prize and end to this IRL game!
You can grab your tickets to Squid Game: The Trials Experience here!
📍Location: 200 N. Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Written by Sophie Len & Ashlyn Davis